Saturdays on the Porch #75
Saturdays on the Porch #75 is full of the latest happenings in life, fashion, books I'm reading, and home favorites.
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Good morning, friends! I hope you've had a wonderful week! This week has been full of cozy moments, new finds, and a few favorite outfits and recipes I can't wait to share with you. From what’s been on my radar to the books I’ve been reading, I’ve got a lot to catch you up on. Grab your coffee (or tea!), and let’s chat about all the little things that have made this week special!
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Last week's Saturdays on the Porch
Decorating for spring this year was a joy! The winter seemed long and so cold this year. I am looking forward to the pollen season ending and decorating our screened porch.
This month's Pinterest Challenge was a good one. You will see many ideas from my blogging friends sharing their take on this centerpiece look.
The Look
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Quince has quickly become a favorite retailer for me and my family. The prices and quality are fantastic. The European linen pants come in 3 lengths. I am wearing the longest length in a medium. I also have the matching blazer. The dressier tee comes in several colors. It is more fitted through the rib cage, but I got it to wear with fuller pants and skirts. It has side roucing and is slightly shorter. I didn't want a lot of extra bulky fabric when tucking. I am wearing it in a size medium. I wore this to dinner last night.
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I also have this Quince cotton cardigan in white. It's perfect for chillier spring days. I am wearing a size 8 in the jeans and small in the cardigan.
Fit Tip
This dress is so versatile! I dress it up like above and down with my Bend sneakers. It is a generous cut. I am wearing a small. It works lookse and belted. This is last year's pattern. They come out with new patterns each season.
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In the Kitchen
I saw Giada on The Today Show promoting this book. I love to cook and cook most nights. I am so pleased with the book. Below are a few things we have cooked from the book thus far.
Many of the recipes I have adapted for 2. This is a salmon with green beans and tomatoes. I could eat salmon multiple times per week.
I adapted the salmon recipe for chicken. It was fabulous! I seasoned it with her seasoning recipe that I had previously made a batch of. When it came out of the oven, I sprinkled it with her homemade breadcrumbs. The secret to cooking chicken on a sheet pan is pounding the chicken breasts. This is actually 1/2 of a chicken breast. I cut them in half lengthwise, then pounded them with a rolling pin between waxed paper.
This is a shrimp recipe from my Mediterranean Cookbook for 2.
We use this cookbook all the time! My daughter bought and loves it as well.
What I'm Reading
I love to read AND listen to books. If you are looking for a way to get more steps in with your walking…..listen to books! You will want to keep walking to listen. I also listen while doing chores around the house. I will use my earbuds while walking, While in the house I will use a Bluetooth speaker that I can carry around with me or our Alexa.
I read actual printed books as well as on Kindle. I prefer my Kindle, but holding a real book occasionally is nice.
I've had my Audible membership for a while, and LOVE it! It gives me one book credit per month.
Let me share how I read on Kindle and listen to books. Get yourself a library card!
Then add the LIBBY and HOOPLA apps to your phone.
I will typically check to see if a book is available there first before using my credit or buying. Using these 2 apps with your library card is FREE!!! I love FREE.
There may be a waitlist if it is a newer title or popular. That's ok. Sometimes the wait can be lengthy. If I'm not willing to wait, I will just purchase. If it is new or popular, you NEED to finish the book in the allowed checkout time. Sometimes you can renew, and sometimes you may have to get back in the queue. If that happens, when it is available again…..it will download where you left off.
Get in the habit of always carrying a book with you to get in a little extra time. That way if you are waiting at the doctor's office or to get your car serviced….you are prepared!
It was my goal to read more than 12 books last year, and I completed that task. Check out that list which has been updated with my thoughts on the books. Here is my list for 2024. This is the list of definites for the year. I have a goal of 36 books this year. I will sprinkle in lots of audiobooks as well. Here is an update for 2024.
- I am starting this book today! The God of the Woods is a mystery with great reviews.
- I just finished reading Broken Country. It is a really good book with a couple of twists at the end.
- The Housemaid (book 1)
- The Heiress was a read for my book club.
- I also recently finished Mercury.
- The Magic of Sea Glass.
Paramount+ + has quickly become one of our favorite streaming services. MobLand debuted last week, and it is fabulous!!! The acting is superb. It's a must-watch.
We are loving the new season of The White Lotus. This Sunday, should be great! It is so quirky. Just love Parker Posey's character.
1923 is our favorite of the Yellowstone franchise. The acting is superb. I just wish they'd bring Spenser and Alex back together.
The Pitt is one of the most realistic hospital shows we've ever seen. Noah Wyle must win an award. All of the acting is amazing. It follows the hospital staff during 1- 1-day shift. It is renewed for a second season. It is hospital graphic!
What We've Bought
- I just ordered my 12th bottle of this magnesium. It is pricey, but it helps me sleep. I take 3 tablets around 9:30 PM and go to bed around 11 pm.
- This weighted vest is due to arrive today. I ordered the 12-pound one. I plan to wear it when I walk or work around the house.
- Installing this replacement toilet bowl lever today on an upstairs toilet.
- The same toilet needed a new seat.
- I am trying these draining discs in my spring containers.
- I'll be keeping my granddaughter more in the coming weeks. I ordered this larger playpen.
- Theo is loving his new dog bed!
I put this raised garden bed together yesterday. I love it! It kills my lower back to bend over so much working in the dirt these days. I've been doing pilates more, and it is helping a lot. This comes in several sizes and colors. I am staining this one. I'll update you on it soon.
Downtown Greenville, SC
Last night we went to Downtown Greenville and had dinner. It is looking gorgeous. Downtown Greenville would be wonderful for a long weekend getaway.
We had dinner at Between the Trees, which is located at the Grand Bohemian Hotel. They take reservations. Last night was in the 80s so we ate outside. I wore the linen pants outfit above.
We splurged and shared a dessert. It was yummy!
Lately, here at Home
Our Lady Banks climbing rose is putting on a show!
This wine is fabulous!!!
Spring Decor Idea
Thank you so much for being here today with me! I hope your weekend is joyful. XO, Christy
Christy has been creating content for Our Southern Home since 2012. She has been featured in numerous print and online publications. Her classic, eclectic design approach spans her home and fashion style. Christy has a way of mixing store-bought with thrift store, antique and vintage finds. As a recent empty nester, she is having fun navigating this new stage of life. Read more about Christy HERE. Be sure to subscribe below. You can also contact me HERE.
